How to get from Portugalete to Loiu by metro and train?

From Portugalete to Loiu by metro and train

To get from Portugalete to Loiu in Bilbao, take the L2 metro from Abatxolo station to Zazpikaleak / Casco Viejo station. Next, take the E3 train from Zazpikaleak / Casco Viejo station to Elotxelerri station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min.

54min
Walk to metro station
Metro - L2
Train - E3E3
Leaves from Abatxolo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Abatxolo
    470 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Metro - L2
    Wait for metro
    L2
    Basauri
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Zazpikaleak / Casco Viejo
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - E3E3
    Wait for train
    E3
    Lezama
  • 5
    Ride to train station Elotxelerri
    Ride to train station
    Elotxelerri
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Portugalete to Loiu by metro and train via C1, L1 and E3

To get from Portugalete to Loiu in Bilbao, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the C1 train from Portugalete station to Luis Briñas Kalea 16b station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the L1 metro and finally take the E3 train from Zazpikaleak / Casco Viejo station to Elotxelerri station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min.

46min
Train - C1
Metro - L1
Train - E3E3
Leaves from Portugalete

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Portugalete
  • 2
    Train - C1
    Wait for train
    C1
    Bilbao-Abando Indalecio Prieto
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Luis Briñas Kalea 16b
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Santimami/San Mamés
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Metro - L1
    Wait for metro
    L1
    Etxebarri
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Zazpikaleak / Casco Viejo
    6 min
  • 7
    Train - E3E3
    Wait for train
    E3
    Lezama
  • 8
    Ride to train station Elotxelerri
    Ride to train station
    Elotxelerri
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Portugalete to Loiu

The distance between Portugalete, Bilbao and Loiu, Bilbao is approximately 28.38 km, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Portugalete to Loiu by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bilbao – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Portugalete

Portugalete is located at Portugalete, Bilbao and the nearest public transit station is Begiratokia / Mirador (336).

Metro stations close to Portugalete:

  • Portugalete
  • Abatxolo

Bus stations close to Portugalete:

  • Begiratokia / Mirador (336)
  • General Castaños 2 (El Cristo) (325)
  • Azeta (3953)

Ferry stations close to Portugalete:

  • Portugalete
  • Las Arenas (Getxo)

Public transit stations close to Loiu, Bilbao

Loiu is located at Loiu, Bilbao and the nearest public transit station is Derio.

Train stations close to Loiu:

  • Derio
  • Sondika
  • Ola-Sondika

Bus stations close to Loiu:

  • Larrabarri (Olarra) (881)
  • Larrabarri (Olarra) (844)
  • Elotxelerri (Nafrisa) (880)

Related Routes

Alternative route from Portugalete to Loiu by metro and train via C1, L1 and E3

To get from Portugalete to Loiu in Bilbao, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the C1 train from Portugalete station to Luis Briñas Kalea 16b station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the L1 metro and finally take the E3 train from Zazpikaleak / Casco Viejo station to Elotxelerri station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min.

46min
Train - C1
Metro - L1
Train - E3E3
Leaves from Portugalete

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Portugalete
  • 2
    Train - C1
    Wait for train
    C1
    Bilbao-Abando Indalecio Prieto
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Luis Briñas Kalea 16b
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Santimami/San Mamés
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Metro - L1
    Wait for metro
    L1
    Etxebarri
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Zazpikaleak / Casco Viejo
    6 min
  • 7
    Train - E3E3
    Wait for train
    E3
    Lezama
  • 8
    Ride to train station Elotxelerri
    Ride to train station
    Elotxelerri
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Portugalete to Loiu?

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Bus line L2, Bus line E3.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Portugalete to Loiu?

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Bus line C1, Bus line L1, Bus line E3.

  • Is there a direct metro between Portugalete and Loiu in Bilbao?

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Portugalete to Loiu in Bilbao?

    The L2 metro line goes from Abatxolo station near Portugalete to Basauri station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Basauri station near Loiu in Bilbao

  • How long does it take to travel from Portugalete to Loiu in Bilbao by metro and train?

    The total travel time between Portugalete and Loiu in Bilbao by metro and train is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Portugalete to get to Loiu in Bilbao?

    Get on the L2 metro from the Abatxolo station near Portugalete in Bilbao.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Portugalete and Loiu in Bilbao?

    Get off the metro at the Basauri station, which is closest to Loiu in Bilbao.

  • When is the first bus from Portugalete to Loiu in Bilbao?

    The first bus from Portugalete to Loiu in Bilbao is Areeta/Las Arenas-Larrabetzu. It leaves the Bizkaia Zubia/Puente Bizkaia (1) stop at 10:00 AM.